Ultimate macaroni cheese

Learn how to make perfect macaroni cheese every time with this recipe

Christmas poussin

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Prepare ahead and pop in the oven when your guests arrive. Perfect if you don’t want to be tied to the kitchen

Ready-to-go wraps

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Perfect for kids and easy enough for them to make themselves, these handy wraps are great for the car journey

Prosciutto-wrapped peaches

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A common dish in Italian restaurants, this is simply mouthwatering. Peaches are in season from August

Steak & prosciutto skewers with sage & thyme

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
These versatile skewers are roasted in the oven, or you can grill or barbecue them if you prefer

Sicilian potato cake

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This potato cake – torta di patate – is a staple in many a trattoria and it’s delicious eaten warm

Bread & walnut sauce

Inspired by Turkish walnut sauce recipe called tarator, this flavoursome sauce has the taste of Christmas

Chunky chicken & ham chowder

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Rich and creamy, yet low in fat – you could also make this warming soup with fish

Crisp orange shortbread

Coeliac sufferers need not miss out on sweet treats with this gluten-free melt-in-the-mouth shortbread recipe

Chicken & chorizo quesadilla

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Try this delicious tropical grilled cheese sandwich

As-you-like-it tortilla

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This Spanish-style omelette uses leftover ingredients matched with storecupboard herbs, spices or sauces, such as pesto or harissa

Spanish seafood pasta

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Italy and Spain collide in this paella-like dish of orzo pasta with chorizo, peas and your seafood of choice